67 31 510 Removing and installing/replacing drive unit for seat cushion tilt adjustment (production date 07/2012 through model year 2015)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move seat to maximum height.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Release screw (2).

Unfasten plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Remove electric motor (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Electric Motor Screw And Nuts

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Replacement:

Measure dimension (A) and adjust by turning holder (1) on new drive unit for seat cushion tilt adjustment (2).

INITIALIZE drive unit for seat cushion tilt adjustment.

Fig 2: Measuring Seat Cushion Tilt Adjustment Drive Unit Dimension

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NOTE:

Carry out FUNCTION CHECK WITH ADAPTER CABLE